
Ekiti government supports persons with disabilities with aid and training
The Ekiti State Government has provided food items and cash to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to help ease economic hardship. Adetoun Agboola, Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Education and Social Inclusion, emphasized that the initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to welfare and inclusion. The support also includes free healthcare and vocational training opportunities for PWDs. Beneficiaries expressed gratitude and pledged their support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji.
What we know
- The state distributed food and cash to PWDs as part of efforts to cushion economic challenges.
- Adetoun Agboola highlighted that the initiative is driven by compassion and aims to empower PWDs.
- The government has also approved free healthcare for PWDs and urged them to register at primary healthcare centres.
- Additional interventions include modernizing special schools, establishing therapy centres, and providing vocational training in areas like tailoring, catering, and ICT.
- Beneficiaries appreciated the support and pledged backing for Governor Biodun Oyebanji.